Soft close doors on Saber cabinets

[GarageSpider]

Had the Saber cabinets for a few years now, but hate the sound they make when they close.

So, I designed a mount for the Blum 971A soft-close dampers that works in the Saber cabinets. No modification needed to the cabinet, it took a while to get a fit that works, as the variance in the cabinet dimensions made it difficult for one size to fit all.

This works on all uppers, the 2 door base units, and even fits in the lockers. I have the 48" lockers, and they take a bit of adjusting to get it dialed in, but because the doors are so big, the dampers are a bit under powered, but it's still better than without.

Will be working on 1 drawer base version next to complete the project.

Now the cabinets close quietly, no thumps.





Trying to gauge interest here, if I offered these for sale (made in USA), would anyone be interested?

 

[alberto]

I am debating what units I am buying, but if I do get Saber, I would be interested.

 

[PassnThru]

Soft close on garage cabinets? I wish you the best but most people don't have soft close on their kitchen cabinets. It's what I would consider a luxury item.
I mean no offense - you obviously know what you are doing and spent some time on it and the solution is first class.
But be aware that the market may be limited.

 

[like2wheel]

I put soft close hinges on the doors of my bathroom vanity. I was surprised to find them to be annoying.
I would think that would be even more so in a shop.

 

[GarageSpider]

Thanks for the feedback, yea, a bit too much time on my hands these days.

 

[alberto]

Well, I am going to order Saber cabinets next week. Please PM me to discuss.

 

[fourjeepin]

I need new cabinets for my outdoor kitchen and would be interested. Current ones are coming apart after 20 years. Why the PO thought pressboard outside was a good idea, I will never understand.

 

[PhilJohn]

I bought New Age Pro's. I was strongly considering Sabre, but in the end I went with more for the $. The soft close doors make no sound.